Getting around New York City is challenging for anyone, but for people who are blind or have low vision, it requires a constant stream of sensory awareness, memory, and adaptation. A recent Bloomberg CityLab feature by John Surico follows visually impaired commuters as they navigate the city’s streets and subway system, revealing both the ingenuity of riders and the persistent gaps in urban accessibility. Navigating by Touch, Sound, and Routine Blind commuters rely heavily on tactile and auditory cues:

The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) has announced that tickets are now on sale for the Tidewater Current, a new Virginia Breeze intercity bus route launching April 20. This new east–west route will connect Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads with Richmond, Charlottesville, and Shenandoah Valley locations, making travel across the Commonwealth easier and more accessible. The Tidewater Current is the fifth addition to the Virginia Breeze Bus Lines network and the fourth route launched within the past

TJPDC is searching for a Director of Regional Planning and Operations to join our innovative planning and leadership team. For the full job description and how to apply, visit: https://tjpdc.org/apply-director-regional-planning-operations/